Manager HOH

BBQ Holdings, Inc.; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

BBQ Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee all kitchen operations at our Surprise, AZ location. You will supervise kitchen staff, coordinate food preparation, manage inventories, and ensure compliance with safety and health codes.

The role requires strong leadership, hands-on training of team members, and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced restaurant environment. A background in hospitality and at least two years of restaurant management is preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years of restaurant management experience preferred.
• Experience supervising kitchen staff and coordinating orders.
• Knowledge of health codes, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Order materials, supplies, and ingredients based on demand.
• Supervise kitchen employees and organize food orders.
• Oversee food preparation and cooking processes.
• Recruit and train kitchen staff for designated stations.
• Monitor inventory levels and perform weekly inventories.
• Schedule work shifts for employees.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and food safety standards.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Maintain weekly and monthly cost reports.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

People management

Communication

Time management

Detail oriented

Inventory control

Team training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in hospitality or related field

Valid driver's license

NRA ServSafe certification preferred

Tools

POS systems

Computer operations

Job description

Position Summary

The Kitchen Manager is responsible for the overall operations for the kitchen area of a restaurant. Their main objective is to ensure the kitchen department runs smoothly and complies with safety regulations.

Primary Accountabilities

• Order materials, supplies, and ingredients based on demand.
• Supervise kitchen employees and organize food orders.
• Oversee the food preparation and cooking process.
• Recruit and train kitchen employees in designated stations.
• Monitor inventory levels and perform weekly inventory assessments.
• Schedule work shifts for employees.
• Store all food products in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and organized.
• Maintain weekly and monthly cost reports.
• Perform all duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Education/Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• An associate degree in hospitality related field or equivalent is preferred.
• A valid drivers licenses is required.
• NRA ServSafe Food and Alcohol certifications preferred.

Experience

• 2 years previous restaurant management experience preferred.

Skills/Competencies

• Superior people management skills, communication and listening skills required.
• Must be self‑motivated and detail oriented.
• Have a passion for the brand and for teaching others.
• Ability to quickly grasp and retain new ideas and concepts and incorporate them into daily work activities is required.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others (e.g., with Team Members, Guests, Vendors, etc.) required.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills required.
• Superior listening skills required.
• Must be flexible and adaptable to change.
• Required to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Working knowledge of labor laws, health codes, safe food handling and sanitation, alcohol safety, safety and security systems and procedures, and computer operations preferred.
• Flexibility to work a minimum of 50 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours or adjustments based on company and business needs.

Physical Requirements

When performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move throughout the workplace; sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance, stoop, kneel and verbally communicate. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.